LAA/apics Supply Chain Mentoring Program 2010
Nominations Now Open

Following the success of the LAA/apics Mentoring Program in NSW and Victoria, the program has expanded to include Queensland in 2010. Expressions of Interest are being sought from experienced professional logisticians and less senior practitioners in these States to participate as mentors or mentees.

Mentoring is an excellent way of ensuring that up and coming supply chain managers and logisticians develop the right skills. The LAA/apics Mentoring Program, now entering its 6th year, offers mentees a great opportunity to talk through the issues they may be facing in their work life and to explore the options available to them in a supportive, non-judgmental environment. They can listen to the experiences of the mentors and determine the right way for them to overcome obstacles in their day-to-day roles and in their career development.

The value of the program lies in the fact that it is industry-based. Pairing mentees with mentors from different organisations provides an enhanced learning environment. Opportunities are also provided for participants to meet each other and discuss the issues and challenges they face. This is done through group meetings or site visits.

At the end of the program, a mentee's knowledge and experience of supply chain issues will have been accelerated by two to three years.

Mentors attend a half day training program facilitated by a professional mentoring trainer. Mentor training is free to participating Mentors who volunteer their time and expertise – giving back to the supply chain industry by assisting less senior supply chain professionals. Mentees also attend a half day induction and training session – ensuring that they understand the mentoring relationship and are able to establish realistic expectations and set clear goals.

 The Supply Chain Mentoring programs are made possible by the kind support of Dexion.

Mentees in the program can expect accelerated professional development, guidance from an experienced supply chain professional and training on how to get the most out of mentoring sessions.  To find out more, please read Being a Mentee .

Mentors in the supply chain mentoring program receive a number of benefits including 2 half day training sessions delivered by a specialist mentor trainer.  To find out more, please read Being a Mentor .

Mentoring – a Big Hit!   Article by Jennifer Noonan

Supply Chain Mentoring 2009

LAA Ltd, apics NSW and apics VIC would like to thank the following mentors and mentees for their substantial contribution and participation in the 2009 program:

Karla Armas - Mentee

John Ballantyne - Mentor

Terry Bloom - Mentee

Brett Campbell - Mentor

Bruce Conroy - Mentee

Rob Coulson - Mentor

James Dixon - Mentor

Kevin Farrington - Mentor

Carlie Francisco - Mentee

Fred Frost - Mentor

David Garghan - Mentor

George Hodgson - Mentee

Louis Karatasos - Mentee

Doug Lukin - Mentor

Joshua Marks - Mentee

Suzanne Marshall - Mentee

Mohamed Mohamed Iqbal - Mentee

Prarthana Nijagal - Mentee

Derek O'Donnell - Mentor

Steve O'Keefe - Mentor

Conor O'Malley - Mentor

Jamie Robinson - Mentee

Viorel Toia - Mentee

Helen Wang - Mentee

Joe Xie - Mentor

Ney Zamudio - Mentor

We would also like to thank the Program Conveners Sandra Keller, Conor O'Malley and Mike Owen for their dedication and commitment to deliver the program on behalf of the LAA.

We also thank our program partners, Dexion and Career Builders, for supporting the LAA in this professional development program.

Dexion is a provider of smart solutions that combine the latest techniques with a world-class range of products and services.  The Dexion team works continuously to understand its customers business, and that of their customers, to ensure that the right solution is implemented correctly.  

Dexion as the official sponsor is providing a majority of the funds to operate this programme.  Dexion is a ‘smarter thinking' company. This philosophy is exemplified in its desire to continuously improve, share knowledge, and embrace best practice as evidenced by the Dexion Academy – which trains and develops staff. These ideals are key elements of mentoring making Dexion a  perfect partner.   To find out more about Dexion visit www.dexion.com.au

Mentoring NSW

Nominations Close:  12th February 2010
2010 Program Launch:  16th March 2010

If you would like to participate as a mentee, mentor or sponsor in the NSW program please contact:
Dirk Bauerfeld  mentornsw@laa.asn.au or call the LAA office on 02 9635 3422.

Mentoring Queensland

Nominations Close:  26th February 2010
2010 Program Launch:  30th March 2010

If you would like to participate as a mentee, mentor or sponsor in the QLD program please contact:
admin@laa.asn.au or call the LAA office on 02 9635 3422.

Mentoring Victoria

Nominations Close:  19th February 2010
2010 Program Launch:  23rd March 2010

If you would like to participate as a mentee, mentor or sponsor in the VIC program please contact:
Conor O'Malley  mentorvic@laa.asn.au or call the LAA office on 1300 651 911.

 

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